I Moved to Sri Lanka TO cook | Easy Quick Dal | Srilankan recipes

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils offer similar texture and flavor.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley provides a similar fresh flavor.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeño adds heat without being overwhelming.

Wash 3 cups of red lentils in cold water a couple of times.

Add lentils into a dry pan without oil.

Add 1 cup of chopped onion, 1 tbsp of garlic, fresh chili to taste, 1/4 cup of pandam leaves, 1/4 cup of curry leaves, and salt to taste into the pan.

Add a piece of cinnamon stick and stir for 2-3 minutes.

Add 3 tsp of chili powder, 3 tsp of unroasted curry powder, and 1 tsp of turmeric; stir for a couple of minutes on medium heat.

Add 3 cups of coconut milk and bring to a boil.

Lower the heat and cook for about 8-9 minutes until thickened.

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